Inspection Services Report Comprehensive Restaurant Inspection Sample Restaurant November 4, 2006
Sample restaurant Report November 4, 2006 Staff Performance Summary Job Performance Attitude Anticipates Guest Needs OVERALL STAFF PERFORMANCE B- B+ B- Shannon ( Restaurant Reservations) Genuine Concern For Guest Satisfaction B- Physical Appearance OVERALL GRADE A- A A- A N/A A- Christy (Hostess) C C- C C- A C- Mareham (Hostess) C B+ C C A C+ Amir (Server) A A A- A A A- OVERALL STAFF PERFORMANCE B- B+ B- B- A B Comments The A Staff Performance B Summary table is exclusive to inspection reports, and a first in our industry. This table offers grades and comments for each staff member that the inspector had a meaningful interaction with during the visit. Shannon was exceptionally upbeat, spoke very clearly, and took my reservation efficiently. Christy greeted me, but she did not smile or show any concern for my satisfaction. She said the minimal amount necessary to get me seated. Mareham did not say or do anything above the minimum to get me seated though she projected an upbeat demeanor. Amir provided attentive and friendly service. His upbeat personality and excellent recommendations greatly enhanced my dining experience.
Sample Steakhouse Narrative - Dinner Reservations or Inquiry Call Sample Restaurant November 4, 2006 On Saturday, November 4, at 6:04pm, I called Sample Restaurant, but the call automatically went to Restaurant Reservations. The call was answered after the first ring with the energetic greeting, Thank you for calling Restaurant Reservations. My name is Shannon. How may I assist you? I told Shannon that I was interested in reservations, and she told me that she could get me in around 8:15pm. Shannon asked for my last name, and then referring to me by my surname, she asked for my first name and confirmed my room number. Shannon asked how many people were in the party. Before Shannon ended The narrative the call, section she confirmed of the report the reservation contains the time detailed and asked if she could assist me with anything else. I told her interactions I was set, and with she staff, offered as well me as a visits confirmation to each portion of number which I took. Shannon ended the call cheerfully with, the physical Thank you property. very much It is generally for calling a Restaurant factual, description Reservations. You have a good evening. of the stay, written as it happened and as it was observed. Arrival I arrived at the Sample Restaurant at 8:12pm on Saturday, November 4. The hostess, Christy, made good eye contact and greeted me politely with Good evening, but she did not smile. Christy was neatly dressed in a black suit with a visible nametag. I gave Christy my name and reservation time, and she found the reservation immediately. She told me that my table was not ready yet and asked if I wanted to sit in the bar or on the porch. I told her I would wait on the porch. At 8:26pm, 11 minutes after my reservation time, Christy told me that my table was ready, but did not apologize for the wait. She handed me a menu and a wine list to Mareham and told me to follow her. Mareham was dressed in a black pants suit and wearing a nametag. The restaurant appeared to be about 50% full. Mareham led me to a table without saying a word, but she did smile. Mareham did not pull out a chair for me, but instead waited near the table for me to seat myself. After I sat down, Mareham presented me with a menu and a wine list, and then ended the interaction quickly with, Enjoy your dinner. Even though my server was approaching the table as she finished the interaction, she did not introduce the server or state his name. Neither hostess used my name or sir. Server Greeting The moment the hostess walked away, Amir arrived and greeted me at 8:27pm with a bright friendly smile and the greeting, How are you doing sir? Welcome to Sample Steakhouse. My name is Amir and I ll be your server tonight. After I replied to the greeting, Amir immediately asked if I wanted to start off with a drink or some wine. I asked him what house wines they had by the glass, and he walked me through the wine list. I ordered a glass of Syrah, and Amir left to get it without asking if I wanted to order a starter with the drink order. Amir also never asked if I wanted bottled water. Meal (Service & Food Quality) Amir served my glass of wine at 8:33pm, (6 minutes). Amir then asked if I was ready to order. I asked him some questions about the menu, and he answered them All all patiently areas of concern and in great are highlighted detail. When in red I asked font. him to recommend a steak, he suggested the filet mignon. He sounded sincere in his recommendation so I ordered it. He asked if I wanted a soup or appetizer, and I asked him about the Lobster Bisque. Amir described it and recommended it highly so I ordered it. Amir then asked if I wanted a salad, and I declined, but I asked about
Sample Restaurant November 4, 2006 the side dishes. Amir raved about the lobster macaroni and cheese so I ordered it. Amir never mentioned the cheese course. Amir left with my food order at 8:36pm. At 8:40pm, Amir brought me a small tart shell filled with a tiny portion of pork barbeque. Amir said it was from the chef. It was tiny, but it tasted good. Amir served my soup 7 minutes later, at 8:43pm. The soup presentation was well done. Amir served me a bowl with just lobster meat in it and then he poured the chowder into the bowl. The chowder was thick, hot, and wonderfully flavorful. The portion and quality of the lobster was good, and it tasted excellent in the chowder. A few moments after serving the soup, Amir returned and asked how I liked it. When I told him it was excellent, he smiled and left. I finished the soup at 8:50pm, and Amir bussed the dish 3 minutes later, at 8:53pm. As Amir bussed the empty bowl, he again asked if I enjoyed the soup. At 8:59pm, 16 minutes after my soup was served, Amir served my entrée and side dish. Before Amir walked away, I ordered an iced tea. The All filet staff mignon names was are an written incredibly bold tender font. piece of meat served on a plate with a small cup of a Jack Daniels sauce that I had ordered. The meat and the sauce were excellent. The lobster macaroni and cheese was also served piping hot. The portion was large enough for 2 people. The dish consisted of macaroni and cheese with a large portion of lobster mixed in and cheese baked on top of the entire dish. At 9:04pm, (5 minutes), Amir returned with my iced tea and performed a satisfaction check. I asked him if they had any bread, and he told me it would be right out. A minute after serving the entree, he brought me a basket of fresh bread with 2 types of butter. The basket contained 3 varieties of bread. The raisin bread was moist and had a wonderful flavor. I did not try the other 2 types of bread. All of the breads felt fresh, but none were served warm. I finished my meal at 9:13pm, and Amir bussed my dishes 2 minutes later, at 9:15pm. As Amir bussed my dishes, he asked if I wanted to see a dessert menu, and I told him I did. Amir brought the dessert menu a minute later. As he handed me the menu, he recommended the Crème Brule, but I told him I wanted to look at the menu. Amir walked away without mentioning the cheese option or bringing it to my table. Amir returned 2 minutes later and took my order for key lime pie. Amir served the key lime pie at 9:23pm, 5 minutes after I had ordered it. The key lime pie was large enough for 2 or 3 people. Instead of being a slice of pie, it was a small circular pie. The graham cracker crust was moist and delicious. The filling was slightly chilled and had an excellent Times include lime flavor. actual Some time, syrup as well was elapsed drizzled on the plate to enhance the presentation. At 9:28pm, I was full and stopped time, in eating key service the dessert. points At of no the time meal. during my meal did I observe any staff that appeared to be a manager. Facilities & Appearance The entrance to the restaurant was extremely attractive and well maintained. In front of the entrance was an area decorated to look like an outdoor porch. The hostess stand was set up on the entrance walkway, and it was clean and organized. There were no cleanliness or maintenance issues noted with my table, place setting, or the immediate area. Floors wre clean with no debris. The men s room, though clean, had a burned out light and one toilet was not functioning. Bill and Payment Processing Three minutes after I finished eating, at 9:31pm, Amir returned and asked if I wanted him to box the leftover portion of pie, and I told him no. He asked if I need anything else, and I asked for the check. Amir bussed my
Sample Restaurant November 4, 2006 dishes and then returned 2 minutes later (9:33pm) with my check. As Amir handed me the check, he thanked me. I told him that I wanted to charge it to my room, and he explained what to do. Amir walked away as I signed the check. Three minutes later, Amir returned and took the signed check. He ended the interaction with a friendly smile and the closing, Thank you sir. Have a nice night. As I left the restaurant, at 9:40pm, I was not acknowledged by any other staff. The hostesses were busy with other guests and I did not pass a manager. When I departed I noted the restaurant appeared to still be about 50% full. Summary Although the hostess did not make me feel welcome and I was seated late, Amir provided friendly and attentive service. His upbeat demeanor and recommendations greatly enhanced my meal. The biggest positive of the evening was the quality of the food. Everything was perfectly prepared, served at the proper temperature, and was a large portion. Amir and the food were the two primary reasons that I had an excellent experience and would both return and recommend the restaurant. Date: 11/04/06 Bill total - pre tip: $93.02 Arrival Time: 8:12pm Bill total - with tip: $108.02 Departure Time: 9:40pm Items Ordered: 1 Syrah Check #:: 2125983 Lobster Bisque Filet Mignon JD Sauce Lobster Mac and Cheese Iced tea Key Lime Pie For ease of reference, summary tables are included in all food service outlets containing the date, times, check number, check total, and items ordered.
Sample Restaurant November 4, 2006 FOOD & BEVERAGE SCORING RESULTS Food & Beverage Detailed Scoring SAMPLE RESTAURANT The detailed scoring section of the report contains line by line scoring for all aspects of the inspection. Brief comments are listed in any area where points were deducted or for clarification.
November 4, 2006 Sample Restaurant Sample Restaurant - Dinner OVERALL SCORE 89% Reservations 100% Host Reception & Seating 73% Food & Beverage Promotion 80% Service Quality 87% The overall summary table offers an overview of scoring for each individual department in addition to the overall score. Food & Beverage Quality 97% Facilities & Appearance 95% Bill Payment & Integrity 100% Post Meal Service & Departure 83% Guest Satisfaction 85%
November 4, 2006 Sample Restaurant Yes No N/A Points Score % Comments Reservations 25 25 100% Call answered before the third ring Greeting is clear and easy to understand If call is put on hold or transferred, caller is informed before being transferred. If call is put on hold or transferred, caller waits no more than 1 minute. Reservation is confirmed and details repeated. Reservationist offers to provide directions and answer any questions Call is closed with a thank you or similar phrase. Reservationist is outgoing, happy and positive Staff uses guest name if it has been provided Reservationist speaks clearly and is easy to understand Guest does not hear any distracting noise or background conversation X 0 0 X 0 0 X 3 3 X 3 3 X 5 5 X 3 3 X 3 3 Yes No N/A Points Score % Comments Host Reception 44 32 73% Host stand is not vacant but is attended by one or more attendants Guest is acknowledged by host within 30 seconds if required to wait for service Host serves waiting guest within 3 minutes Did the greeter welcome you or bid you good afternoon/evening? Reservation is located immediately Host repeats reservation details which are correct Guest is personally escorted to their table
November 4, 2006 Sample Restaurant Guest is seated promptly (no later than 5 minutes after time of reservation) Reservation requests are honored (seating location, non-smoking, etc.) Host or server seats guest, pulling chair out for at least one guest Host introduces guest to server or busser or indicates, by name, who will be serving them next. Captain/Server provides menus to each guest Captain/Server provides wine list to a guest or list is on the table (dinner only) Host Behavior & Appearance Host smiles and makes eye contact Host uses guest name or Sir/Madam Yes No N/A Points Score % Comments X 2 0 X 2 0 X X 2 1 I was seated 11 minutes late. Mareham did not pull out a chair for me. She just stood near the table and waited for me to seat myself. 2 0 Mareham did not mention the name of my server or introduce him. Yellow highlighted rows easily reference any scores that are deficient in any way. Christy did not smile at all, but Mareham smiled a lot.